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Abuse in Care report and could Darleen Tana be forced out? | Focus Morning Bulletin July 23, 2024
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Praise for Joe Biden and Health NZ's big spending spree | Focus Morning Bulletin July 23, 2024
In today's headlines with Susie Nordqvist, Kamala Harris' first public appearance since Joe Biden quit the presidential race and Health NZ overspending by millions each month.
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Parisians brace for chaos as Olympics approach, many plan exit
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